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M1 mini
Portable LED Projector
User Guide
IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in
a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User
Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, which is also found on our web site at
http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right
corner of our website. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual"
Model No. VS18039
P/N: M1 mini

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  • Page 1 Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website.
  • Page 2 As a world-leading provider of visual solutions, ViewSonic® is dedicated to exceeding the world’s expectations for technological evolution, innovation, and simplicity. At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potential to make a positive impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic® product you have chosen will serve you well.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions following Safety Precautions before you start using the projector. Please read the • Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference. • Read all warnings and follow all instructions. • Allow at least 20“ (50 cm) clearance around the projector to ensure proper ventilation.
  • Page 4 (UPS). • If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately switch the projector off and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to continue using the projector. • Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Precautions ............3 Introduction ..............8 Features ........................8 Package Contents ....................9 Product Overview ....................10 Projector ........................ 10 Remote Control ..................... 11 Remote Control - Effective Range ................. 12 Remote Control - Replacing the Batteries ............. 12 Initial Setup ............... 13 Choosing a Location - Projection Orientation ............13 Projection Dimensions ..................14 Top Plate Removal/Installation ................15...
  • Page 6 Operating the Projector ..........23 Home Screen ......................23 Menu Operations ....................24 Photo ........................24 Music ........................25 Movie ........................27 How to Use the Media Control Bar Buttons ............29 Supported File Formats ..................30 HDMI ........................31 Settings - On-Screen Display (OSD) Tree ..............33 Image Setting Menu ....................
  • Page 7 Regulatory and Service Information ......50 Compliance Information ..................50 FCC Compliance Statement ................... 50 CE Conformity for European Countries ..............51 Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance................. 52 Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances ............53 Product Disposal at End of Product Life ..............53 Copyright Information ..................54 Customer Service ....................

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction This Lamp Free Pocket Cinema provides users with high-performance LED projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. NOTE: Some of the features may not be available on your projector. Actual performance may vary and subject to model specifications. Features •...

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package Contents Mini Quick Start Guide クイックスタートガイド CR2032 Item Description M1 mini Projector Swappable Top Plate Quick Start Guide Lanyard CR2032 Battery Remote Control Micro USB Cable...

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Product Overview Projector Lens Speaker Vent USB Type A Port IR Receiver Focus Ring (Micro USB Port) Smart Stand Top Plate Lanyard Attachment Point Reset Power Switch IR Receiver Button¹ Indicator HDMI Power Switch HDMI Port 1. In the event of a system crash, use the Reset Button to restart the projector.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control Button Icon Description Power Turns the projector On or Off Home Access the Home menu Navigates and selects the desired menu items and Up/Down/Left/Right makes adjustments Confirms the selection Settings Displays the Settings menu Return Returns to the previous screen Volume Up Increase the volume level Mute...

  • Page 12: Remote Control - Effective Range

    Remote Control - Tffective Range To ensure proper function of the remote control follow the steps below: 1. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30° perpendicular to the projector’s IR IR Receiver remote control sensor(s). 2. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 8 m (26 ft.) NOTE: Refer to the illustration for the location of the infrared (IR) remote control...

  • Page 13: Initial Setup

    Initial Setup This section provides detailed instructions for the initial set up your projector. Choosing a Location - Projection Nrientation Personal preference and room layout will decide the installation location. Consider the following: • Size and position of your screen. •...

  • Page 14: Projection Dimensions

    Projection Dimensions • 16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen NOTE: (e) = Screen / (f) = Center of Lens 16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen (b) Projection (a) Screen Size (c) Image Height Image Width Distance 76.2 32.16 0.82 14.7 37.36 26.15 101.6...

  • Page 15: Top Plate Removal/Installation

    Top Plate Removal/Installation The M1 mini comes with different color top plates. To change the top plate: Remove the top plate by carefully prying up one corner and lifting the top plate off (as shown above). To install a top plate, line up the circular hole and prongs located under the top plate with the spacing and holes of the projector.

  • Page 16: Making Connections

    Making Connections This section guides you on how to connect the projector with other equipment. Connecting to Power 1. Connect the USB cord to the Micro USB Port on the side of the projector. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cord into a power bank, smartphone adapter, or PC (5V/2A).

  • Page 17: Using The Battery

    Using the Battery The battery level icon will show at the top right of the Home Screen. As the battery’s power level runs low, the screen will show a “low battery message”. Battery Usage Oime Information Charging About 2 hours (5V/2A) Usage Hours 2.1 hours (Normal) / 2.4 hours (ECO) Battery Level Indicator (Charging)

  • Page 18: Connecting To External Devices

    Connecting to Txternal Devices HDMI Connection Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your video device. Then connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port (supports HDCP 1.4/HDMI 1.4) of your projector. USB Connection To enjoy photos, music, and movies, simply plug in a USB flash drive to the USB Type A port.

  • Page 19: Using The Projector

    Using the Projector Starting Up the Projector 1. Ensure the projector is connected to a power source or that the battery has sufficient charge. 2. Push the Power Switch to turn on the projector. Alternatively, press the Power button on the remote control. 3.

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector's Height and Projection Angle The projector is equipped with one (1) Smart Stand. Adjusting the stand will change the projector’s height and the vertical projection angle. Carefully adjust the stand to fine tune the projected image’s position. NOTE: •...

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the Focus To adjust the image focus of the on-screen image, slowly move the focus ring forwards and backwards. 21 21...

  • Page 22: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting Down the Projector 1. Push the Power Switch on the projector or the Power button on the remote control and the following confirmation message will appear: Press the Power Button Again to Power Off Photo Music Movie HDMI Setting 2.

  • Page 23: Operating The Projector

    Nperating the Projector This section will introduce the Home Screen and its menus. Home Screen The Home Screen is displayed every time you start the projector. To navigate the Home Screen, simply use the directional buttons on the remote control. You can return to the main Home Screen at any time by pressing the Home button on the remote control.

  • Page 24: Menu Operations

    Menu Nperations Photo View and display image files on your USB flash drive. 1. Using the directional buttons on the remote control select Photo, and press OK. Music Movie Setting HDMI Photo 2. Use the directional buttons to navigate the folders/files. When you find your preferred image file, press the OK button to open and view it.

  • Page 25: Music

    Music View and play your music from your USB flash drive. 1. Using the directional buttons on the remote control select Music, and press OK. Photo Movie HDMI Setting Music 2. Use the directional buttons to navigate the folders/files. When you find your preferred music file, press the OK button.
  • Page 26 3. The media player will open and play the music file. 01.music.mp3 00:00:04 00:00:30 NOTE: If the audio file includes the album cover, it will be displayed on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 27: Movie

    Movie View and play your videos from your USB flash drive. 1. Using the directional buttons on the remote control select Movies, and press OK. Photo Music Setting HDMI Movie 2. Use the directional buttons to navigate the folders/files. When you find your preferred video file, press the OK button.
  • Page 28 3. The media player will open and play the video file. File name.mp4 Return File name.mp4 00:00:04 00:00:15 NOTE: • During playback, press the OK button to access the media control bar. • Audio soundtrack and subtitles are not supported.

  • Page 29: How To Use The Media Control Bar Buttons

    How to Use the Media Control Bar Buttons The media control bar buttons will appear on screen if a video, music, or photo file are selected to be opened. Picture Video Music Back Back Back Play Rewind Rewind Next Play Play Pause Pause...

  • Page 30: Supported File Formats

    Supported File Formats Multimedia Format Video Audio Comment Movie Xvid, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, .avi Divx, H.264 MPEG-2, MPEG-4, Divx, .mp4 MP3, WMA, H.264 Max resolution: AAC, MP2, PCM .ts/.trp MPEG-4, H.264 1920 x 1080 .mkv/.mov MPEG-4, H.264 @30 FPS .mpg MPEG-1, MPEG-2 .dat MPEG-1 .vob...

  • Page 31: Hdmi

    HDMI Project content from your media player, PC, or other HDMI compatible device. Photo Music Movie Setting HDMI 1. Connect your media player, PC, or other HDMI compatible device to the projector via an HDMI cable. 2. Using the directional buttons on the remote control select HDMI, and press OK. 3.
  • Page 32 Setting Under Setting you can adjust Image and Basic Settings, update Firmware, and view Information. 1. Using the directional buttons on the remote control select Setting, and press OK. Photo Music Movie HDMI Setting 2. Use the Up and Down buttons to select the desired setting and press OK. Then use the Left and Right buttons or the OK button to make adjustments or selections.

  • Page 33: Settings - On-Screen Display (Osd) Tree

    Settings - Nn-Screen Display (NSD) Oree Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Nption Image Setting Picture Mode Brightest Movie User Brightness (-/+, 0~100) Contrast (-/+, 0~100) Sharpness (-/+, 0~100) Saturation (-/+, 0~100) Tint (-/+, 0~100) Color Temperature 6500K 7500K 9300K Aspect Ratio Auto 16:9 33 33...
  • Page 34 Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Nption Basic Settings Language English Deutsch Français Español Italiano Norsk Português Russian 繁體中文 簡體中文 日本語 韓語 Swedish Dutch Turkish Czech Thai Polish Finnish Arabic Indonesian Hindi Vietnamese Projector Projection Front Table Front Ceiling Rear Table Rear Ceiling Keystone (-/+, -40~40) Auto Keystone...
  • Page 35 Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Nption Information Light Source Hours System Version Resolution...

  • Page 36: Image Setting Menu

    Image Setting Menu Menu Nption Description Color Mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal. Brightest Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, i.e.
  • Page 37 Menu Nption Description Saturation Refers to the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; in fact, a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.
  • Page 38 Menu Nption Description The Aspect Ratio is the ratio of the image width to the Aspect Ratio image height. With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices, like this projector, can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.

  • Page 39: Basic Settings Menu

    Basic Settings Menu Menu Nption Description Language Select an available language for the OSD Menu. Projector Projection Select the preferred projection position. Keystone Manually adjust from -40 to 40. Auto Keystone Provides a rectangular screen image by automatically adjusting the keystone number when there is a trapezoidal screen image caused by the tilting of the projector.

  • Page 40: Firmware Upgrade

    Users can update the firmware by USB. NOTE: Do not unplug the power cord or USB during the upgrading process. Firmware Update by USB 1. Download the latest version from the ViewSonic website and copy the file to a USB device. NOTE: USB format: FAT32 2.

  • Page 41: Power Bank Function

    Power Bank Function The projector can also act as a power bank for your mobile device. To charge your mobile device: 1. Turn off the projector by pushing the Power Switch. 2. Use the USB Type A port on the projector to connect to a mobile device. 3.

  • Page 42: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications Item Category Specifications Projector Type 0.2” WVGA, LED Display Size 24”~100” Brightness 120 LED Lumens Throw Distance 0.64-2.66 m (39”@1 m) Lens F=1.7, f=7.5 mm Optical Zoom Fixed Light Source Type RGB LED Light Source Life up to 30,000 hours (Normal) Display Color 1.07 Billion Colors...

  • Page 43: Projector Dimensions

    Projector Dimensions 110 mm (W) x 104 mm (H) x 27 mm(D) 109.98 mm Timing Chart HDMI Video Timing Horizontal Vertical Dot Clock Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) (MHz) 480i 720(1440) x 480 15.73 59.94 480p 720 x 480 31.47 59.94 576i...

  • Page 44: Hdmi Support Pc Timing

    HDMI Support PC Timing Horizontal Dot Clock Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) Frequency (kHz) Frequency (MHz) 59.94 31.469 25.175 640 x 480 72.809 37.861 31.5 37.5 31.5 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 28.3221 56.250 35.156 60.317 37.879 800 x 600 72.188 48.077 46.875 49.5...

  • Page 45: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Light Description Blue Power On Stand-by Mode Projector Charging Red to Nff Battery is Fully Charged 45 45...

  • Page 46: Glossary

    Manually improve the clarity of the projected image. HDMI Audio/Video interface used to transmit video and audio via a single cable. Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input), the projector model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL.
  • Page 47 Keystone The distortion of an image caused by projecting it onto an angled surface. Light Source Level Use Normal or Eco mode to adjust the brightness level and power consumption. Movie Mode A Picture Mode appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras, or DVs through the PC input.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Oroubleshooting This section describes some common problems that you may experience when using the projector. Problem or Issue Possible Solutions The projector does not • Ensure the power cord is properly attached to the turn on projector and to the power outlet. •...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    • ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the lens or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the lens and/or case of the projector. • ViewSonic® will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

  • Page 50: Regulatory And Service Information

    Regulatory and Service Information Compliance Information This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. Confirmed corresponding applications shall refer to nameplate labels and relevant markings on the unit. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 51: Ce Conformity For European Countries

    CE Conformity for European Countries The device complies with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Ohe following information is only for TU-member statesE The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose of the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

  • Page 52: Declaration Of Rohs2 Compliance

    Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS2 Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below: Substance Proposed Maximum...

  • Page 53: Indian Restriction Of Hazardous Substances

    Schedule 2 of the Rule. Product Disposal at End of Product Life ViewSonic® respects the environment and is committed to working and living green. Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit the ViewSonic®...

  • Page 54: Copyright Information

    ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic® Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Disclaimer: ViewSonic® Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein;...

  • Page 55: Customer Service

    For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE: You will need the product’s serial number. Country/ Region Website Country/ Region Website Asia Pacific & Africa Australia www.viewsonic.com/au/ Bangladesh www.viewsonic.com/bd/ www.viewsonic.com.cn www.viewsonic.com/hk/ 中国 (China) 香港 (繁體中文) Hong Kong (English) www.viewsonic.com/hk-en/ India www.viewsonic.com/in/...

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic® will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
  • Page 57 (e) the serial number of the product. 3. Take or ship the product, freight prepaid, in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic® service center or ViewSonic®. 4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic® service center, contact ViewSonic®. Limitation of implied warrantiesE...
  • Page 58 Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic® shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, loss of profits, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill, interference with business relationships, or other commercial loss, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 59: Mexico Limited Warranty

    If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic® will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components &...
  • Page 60 Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic®’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic® shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based...
  • Page 61 Name, address, of manufacturer and importers: México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas, Col. San Fernando Huixquilucan, Estado de México Tel: (55) 3605-1099 http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm NÚMERO GRATIS DE ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA PARA TODO MÉXICO: 001.866.823.2004 Hermosillo: Villahermosa: Distribuciones y Servicios Computacionales SA de CV.
  • Page 62 Process Color C0 M91 Y72 K24 Process Color C0 M0 Y0 K100 C0 M911Y7. 3 K 24 Process Color...

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